Day 10: Applecross to Inverness
– Drive back to Inverness, stopping at the picturesque village of Plockton. – Visit the Eilean Donan Castle, one of Scotland’s most iconic castles. – Return to Inverness and celebrate the completion of your NC500 adventure.
Day 9: Gairloch to Applecross
– Head to Applecross via the Bealach na Bà, one of the highest roads in the UK. – Enjoy the breathtaking views and the winding mountain pass. – Explore the Applecross Peninsula and visit the Applecross Inn for a delicious meal.
Day 8: Ullapool to Gairloch
– Drive to Gairloch, stopping at the Corrieshalloch Gorge and the Inverewe Garden. – Explore the beautiful beaches and the Gairloch Heritage Museum. – Take a boat trip to see marine wildlife, such as dolphins and seals.
Day 7: Lochinver to Ullapool
– Continue south to Ullapool, a charming harbour town. – Visit the Ullapool Museum and take a boat trip to the Summer Isles. – Enjoy fresh seafood at one of the local restaurants.
Day 6: Durness to Lochinver
– Drive south to Lochinver, stopping at the stunning beaches of Achmelvich and Clachtoll. – Explore the picturesque fishing village of Lochinver. – Visit the Highland Stoneware pottery and the Assynt Visitor Centre.
Day 5: Thurso to Durness
– Continue west to Durness, stopping at Smoo Cave along the way. – Explore the cave and its underground waterfall. – Visit Balnakeil Beach and the nearby craft village.
Day 4: John O’Groats to Thurso
– Head west to Thurso, stopping at Dunnet Head, the northernmost point of mainland Britain. – Visit the Castle of Mey, the former home of the Queen Mother. – Explore Thurso and its beautiful beaches.
Day 3: Wick to John O’Groats
– Drive to John O’Groats, the northernmost point of mainland Britain. – Take a ferry to the Orkney Islands for a day trip if you have time. – Enjoy the stunning coastal views and take a photo at the famous signpost.
Day 2: Dornoch to Wick
– Head north to Wick, stopping at Dunrobin Castle along the way. – Explore the castle’s gardens and museum. – Continue to Wick and visit the Old Pulteney Distillery for a whisky tour.
Day 1: Inverness to Dornoch
– Start your journey in Inverness, the capital of the Highlands. – Visit the historic Inverness Castle and take a stroll along the River Ness. – Drive to Dornoch, a charming town with a beautiful beach and the famous Dornoch Cathedral.